May weather forecast
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana

May

Weather in May

May, the last month of the spring in Dégrad Papa Jean, is another warm month, with an average temperature ranging between min 24.9°C (76.8°F) and max 28.5°C (83.3°F).

Temperature

The transition into May marks the average high-temperature at a still warm 28.5°C (83.3°F), differing minimally from April's 28.3°C (82.9°F). May nights in Dégrad Papa Jean reflect a consistent temperature dip to a still moderately hot 24.9°C (76.8°F), a slight descent from daytime peaks.

Heat index

May's average heat index is appraised at a hot 34°C (93.2°F). Heightened safety actions are necessary, heat cramps and heat exhaustion are probable. Persistent activity may lead to heatstroke.
Remember that heat index calculations are made for conditions in the shade with light wind. Heat index values have the potential to be boosted by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees due to direct sunlight.
Note: The heat index, also known as 'feels like' or 'real feel', reflects the blend of air temperature and relative humidity to give a temperature impression. The influence of weather is personal, with varied individuals experiencing it differently due to differences in body mass, stature, and physical exertion levels. Awareness of direct sun exposure is crucial as it has the potential to heighten the weather's effects, pushing up the heat index by 15 Fahrenheit (8 Celsius) degrees. Heat index values hold particular importance for children. Children usually face more risks than adults as their ability to sweat is less. Additionally, their larger skin surface in relation to their petite bodies and higher heat output due to their activities increases their vulnerability.

Humidity

February and May, with an average relative humidity of 84%, are the most humid months in Dégrad Papa Jean.

Rainfall

The month with the most rainfall in Dégrad Papa Jean is May, when the rain falls for 29.6 days and typically aggregates up to 279mm (10.98") of precipitation.

Daylight

In May, the average length of the day is 12h and 21min.
On the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of May, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:42 -03.

Sunshine

The average sunshine in May in Dégrad Papa Jean is 6.9h.

UV index

The months with the lowest UV index in Dégrad Papa Jean are January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health vulnerability from unsafe exposure to UV radiation for the average person.
Note: The UV index of 6 in May translates into these instructions:
Eschew overexposure. Those with light skin may suffer burns in fewer than 20 minutes. Stay out of direct sunlight and seek shade between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m., when UV radiation is strongest, but remember that shade devices may not offer full sun protection. To mitigate harm from sun exposure, pick sunglasses offering UVA and UVB defense.

Frequently asked questions

How hot does it get in Dégrad Papa Jean in May?
An average high-temperature, in May, in Dégrad Papa Jean, is 28.5°C (83.3°F) and the average low-temperature is 24.9°C (76.8°F). The average heat index (a.k.a. 'real feel', 'feels like'), which takes the relative humidity and factors it into the air temperature reading, in May is appraised at 34°C (93.2°F).
What is the most humid month in Dégrad Papa Jean?
The months with the highest humidity are February and May, with an average relative humidity of 84%.
What is the average humidity in May in Dégrad Papa Jean?
The average relative humidity in May is 84%.
What is the rainiest month in Dégrad Papa Jean?
May is the month with the most rainfall in Dégrad Papa Jean. Rain falls for 29.6 days and accumulates 279mm (10.98") of precipitation.
How many days does it rain in May in Dégrad Papa Jean?
In May, in Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana, the rain falls for 29.6 days. Throughout May, 279mm (10.98") of precipitation is accumulated.
What is the average length of the day in May in Dégrad Papa Jean?
In Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana, the average day length in May is 12h and 21min.
When is the sunrise / sunset in May in Dégrad Papa Jean?
In May, on the first day of the month, sunrise is at 06:21 and sunset at 18:39. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 06:19 and sunset at 18:42 -03.
How long on average sun shines in May in Dégrad Papa Jean?
In Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana, the average sunshine duration in May is 6.9h.
When is the lowest UV index in Dégrad Papa Jean?
January through June and December, with an average maximum UV index of 6, are months with the lowest UV index in Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana.
What is the UV index reading in May in Dégrad Papa Jean?
In Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana, the average daily maximum UV index in May is 6. A UV Index of 6 to 7 symbolizes a high health risk from exposure to Sun's UV rays.
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Average temperature in May
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana
  • Average high temperature in May: 28.5°C

The warmest months (with the highest average high temperature) are September and October (30.9°C).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is February (27.5°C).

  • Average low temperature in May: 24.9°C

The month with the highest average low temperature is November (25.1°C).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (24.2°C).

Average pressure in May
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana
  • Average pressure in May: 1012.3mbar

The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are June and July (1013.1mbar).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is November (1009.7mbar).

Average wind speed in May
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana
  • Average wind speed in May: 12.8km/h

The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is February (15.3km/h).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is July (9.7km/h).

Average humidity in May
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana
  • Average humidity in May: 84%

The months with the highest relative humidity are February and May (84%).
The months with the lowest relative humidity are September and October (77%).

Average rainfall in May
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana
  • Average rainfall in May: 279mm

The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is May (279mm).
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is September (29mm).

Average rainfall days in May
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana
  • Average rainfall days in May: 29.6 days

The month with the highest number of rainy days is May (29.6 days).
The months with the least rainy days are September and October (14.3 days).

Average daylight in May /
Average sunshine in May
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana
  • Average daylight in May: 12h and 2min

The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 12h and 24min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 11h and 48min).

  • Average sunshine in May: 6h and 5min

The month with the most sunshine is September (Average sunshine: 9h and 18min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 48min).

Average sunshine days in May
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana
  • Average sunshine days in May: 0.6 days

The month with the most sunshine days is October (13.2 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is May (0.6 days).

Average UV index in May
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana
  • Average UV index in May: 6

The months with the highest UV index are July, August, September, October and November (UV index 7).
The months with the lowest UV index are January, February, March, April, May, June and December (UV index 6).

Average cloud cover in May
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana
  • Average cloud cover in May: 52

The month with the most cloud cover is February (Cloud cover 59).
The month with the least cloud cover is September (Cloud cover 25).

Average visibility in May
Dégrad Papa Jean, French Guiana
  • Average visibility in May: 9km

The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, August, September, October, November and December (10km).
The months with the lowest visibility are May, June and July (9km).

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